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More fun in youth sports Try modifying the game
More Fun in Youth Sports? Try Modifying the Game
June 6, 2018
There are many ways to modify youth sports, as long as you’re willing to get creative. And if the end result is a game that’s more fun and a better learning opportunity, it’s a worthwhile endeavor. Imagine playing on a field or court that’s been designed for someone who is twice as big and fast […]
The Heart Behind the Swim Coach
June 6, 2018
For a swimmer to become brave, they must be faced with challenges and  to become resilient they must fail. And throughout their journey a strong level of respect for themselves and others is formed. Coaching- we do it out of love, out of passion and sacrifice many things for the belief that we are making […]
How NHL Scouts Evaluate Players
June 6, 2018
And let’s face it – many scouts don’t care (if you make it at a younger age). If you don’t make it, it should provide incentive to work harder. If you do make it, you better keep working or it will be a short-lived time at that level. Looking at a player today and trying […]
The Three Little Pigs and Softball Pitching
June 6, 2018
If you want to excel, just taking any old lessons won’t do it. Rather than settling for what’s easy or convenient, go where you’ll get the best value for your investment in time and money. Once upon a time there were three little pigs who wanted to become fastpitch softball pitchers. “We should find someone […]
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Disabled Hockey Award a Dream Realized
June 5, 2018
“This sport has moved me so far. I’ve exceeded all of the goals I could’ve ever set for myself.”
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Stay in the Game: Ejections Are Up in Youth Sports
June 3, 2018
Additionally, it’s the coach’s role to control his players during the game. Don’t leave the mindset of your team up to the refs and you’ll be a lot happier with the results. It’s no secret that when it comes to youth sports events, even parents and coaches can lose their cool in the heat of […]
Ten Tips to Improve Parent-Coach Relationships
May 31, 2018
Be a role model for newer swim parents and don’t be that parent, the one who drives coaches crazy. Most of us are dedicated, hard-working parent volunteers who live, breathe and love swimming. “Parents today are out of control,” say a number of swim coaches. Don’t get me wrong; club coaches do appreciate us. They […]
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Swim Mom, 8-Year-Old Teach Marine Lessons on Toughness
May 31, 2018
Barrel-chested Frog Aquatics founder touched by club members' bouts with cancer
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How Volunteers Can Be Your Tournament’s Stars and Superheroes
May 31, 2018
Keys to recruiting tournament volunteers and giving them the tools and training to succeed
How Parents Can Help Student Athletes Make the Grade
How Parents Can Help Student-Athletes Make the Grade
May 31, 2018
Your student should be motivated to go the extra yard (or base; choose your own sports metaphor here) in the classroom. That’s one way to stand out when applying to the elite colleges and universities. College coaches will tell you, “A good forty time will get you a look, but good grades will get you […]
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